1963 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1990 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobra | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
